Angel Jenkins
St Louis,MO
Summary
Dedicated and highly skilled Paramedic/Firefighter with extensive experience in emergency response, advanced life support, and fire suppression operations. Proven ability to perform effectively in high-stress environments while maintaining clinical excellence, operational safety, and compassionate patient care. Committed to teamwork, continuous professional development, and serving the community with integrity and professionalism.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic Firefighter, Acting Lieutenant
Northeast Ambulance and Fire Protection District
St Louis, MO
12.2020 - Current
- Evaluated equipment readiness and maintained medical supplies for optimal operational efficiency during shifts.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as conferences or workshops to stay current on best practices in pre-hospital emergency medicine.
- Led post-incident reviews to identify areas for improvement and enhance future response strategies.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Assisted in training new paramedics by serving as a preceptor and sharing clinical expertise during ridealongs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to determine appropriate treatment plans and interventions.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends, recommending improvements for future operational strategies and training needs.
EMT-Basic
Northeast Ambulance and Fire Protection District
St Louis, MO
08.2019 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls, providing immediate medical care and support to patients in critical situations.
- Administered first aid and life-saving interventions during transport, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans based on assessments and medical protocols.
- Maintained equipment readiness through regular inspections, cleaning, and restocking of supplies for efficient operations.
Switchboard Operator
St Lukes Hospital
St Louis, MO
04.2019 - 02.2021
- Operated multi-line switchboard to manage incoming calls efficiently.
- Directed calls to appropriate departments, ensuring timely communication.
- Maintained accurate logs of incoming and outgoing calls for record-keeping.
EMT-Basic
Tropicana Entertainment
St Louis, MO
01.2017 - 04.2019
- Administered emergency medical care to patients in critical situations.
- Trained junior EMTs on protocols and emergency response techniques.
- Conducted detailed patient assessments to determine treatment plans.
Pre-Registration Representative
SSM Health Care
St Louis, MO
08.2014 - 04.2017
- Managed patient registration processes to ensure accuracy and efficiency in data entry.
- Verified insurance information to facilitate seamless billing and reduce claim denials.
- Assisted patients with inquiries, providing timely information regarding services and procedures.
- Trained new staff on registration protocols, improving onboarding experience and operational consistency.
Unit Secretary
Select Speciality Hospital
Saint Charles, MO
09.2013 - 05.2015
- Coordinated communication between healthcare staff, patients, and families to enhance service delivery.
- Managed patient admissions and discharges, ensuring accurate record-keeping and compliance with hospital protocols.
- Maintained efficient filing systems for medical records, improving retrieval times and data accuracy.
- Trained new staff on administrative processes and electronic health record systems to ensure operational continuity.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Saint Louis University
St. Louis, MOBachelor of Arts - Biology
Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GANo Degree - Paramedicine
St Louis Community College
St Louis, MO06-2019
No Degree - Emergency Medicine
St Louis Community College
St Louis, MO05-2016
Skills
- Advanced life support
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Pre-hospital care
- Public relations
- Documentation and reporting
- Staff oversight
- Training and mentoring
- Structural firefighting
- Vehicle extrication
- Search and rescue techniques
- Fire pump operation
Certification
- Paramedic License-current until 11/30/2030
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
- FireFighter I (1001-2019)
- FireFighter II (1001-2019)
- Hazardous Materials Awareness (1072-2017)
- Hazardous Materials Operations (1072-2017)
- NAEMSE Instructor I
- NIMS ICS-100
- NIMS ICS-200
- NIMS ICS-700
- NIMS ICS-800
Timeline
Paramedic Firefighter, Acting Lieutenant
Northeast Ambulance and Fire Protection District
12.2020 - Current
EMT-Basic
Northeast Ambulance and Fire Protection District
08.2019 - Current
Switchboard Operator
St Lukes Hospital
04.2019 - 02.2021
EMT-Basic
Tropicana Entertainment
01.2017 - 04.2019
Pre-Registration Representative
SSM Health Care
08.2014 - 04.2017
Unit Secretary
Select Speciality Hospital
09.2013 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Saint Louis University
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Clark Atlanta University
No Degree - Paramedicine
St Louis Community College
No Degree - Emergency Medicine
St Louis Community College